Malaysia's labour market seen remaining stable with jobless rate at 3.2% in 2024


KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's labour market is projected to remain stable in 2024, with the average unemployment rate at 3.2 per cent, consistent with the 2023 rate of 3.4 per cent, according to Kenanga Investment Bank Bhd (Kenanga IB).

It said this reflected the continuous employment growth observed recently.

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